Daisen Senmaida is the only rain-fed rice field in Japan in Chiba Prefecture Kamogawa City. Period of hot summer, there was a carpet of greenery. It is a superb view that has been selected as a "One of the 100 best terraced rice paddies in Japan".

~At Miharasou a special time flows~ Iga's finest ryotei A building that Mr. Chubei Soga of "Tomotada" carefully crafted with refined taste was relocated almost intact to this scenic spot in 1970 that structure is today's "Miharaso Annex" Away from everyday life inside this charming building time moves slowly slowly flows by Perched at the top of the valley, this annex offers a panorama that stretches as far as the eye can see "Scenic and picturesque" Within this annex you can enjoy a miso broth that brings out the ingredients' full flavor with shiitake mushrooms and vegetables from Tsukigase and boar meat chosen with the owner's exacting standards The specialty: botan nabe (wild boar hot pot) It has absolutely no unpleasant odor and is beloved by people of all ages a hugely popular delicacy We hope you will experience even once the blissful time woven by this building, the view, and the food Miharaso 78-2 Tsukigase Oyamacho, Nara City

Hello, this is En'emon Folklore Museum. From Nagatoro Bridge at the entrance to Shosenkyo Gorge, the rainy-season scenery shows trees washed by the rain growing even greener and the air feeling refreshingly clean. As you stroll, enjoy the delicious air and the abundance of negative ions 😊 In front of the shop, a slightly late but now peak-blooming display of hydrangeas floats in a water basin to welcome everyone. En'emon Folklore Museum has just received amethyst pieces that highlight the natural beauty of their forms. We also offer many other products for you to enjoy, so please stop by.

Tea specialty store "Muresna Tea Tokyo" @吉祥寺 The other day, I went shopping for a birthday present for ☕ a friend The gate is stylish and there are some people taking pictures here and there *'ω'* The second floor was a café and afternoon tea seemed to be popular. I enjoyed *μ_μ choosing a cup of tea leisurely on the first floor It was ✨ delicious to have welcome tea

Photographed on June 15, 24. About a month ago, café andon Mr./Ms.'s café latte and Shortcake with lemon and poppy seeds. The cake is so delicious that I look forward to it every day.

Reiwa 6 Summer Mountain Opening at Ōyama On Saturday, July 27, the summer mountain opening took place, and the climbing gate of Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine at the trailhead was opened! This event has continued since the Genroku era, and it is customary for the climbing gate to be opened by “Ohana-kō,” one of the Ōyama pilgrim groups from Nihonbashi, Kodenmacho, Tokyo “Sange, sange (flower scattering), rokkon shōjō (purification of the six roots) — the mountain is clear skies, rokkon shōjō,” as they chant the hanging nenbutsu while ascending straight from the temple lodging to the lower shrine, followed by the gate-opening ritual (from 8:30). Sange… scattering flowers to purify Rokkon… the six human senses: eyes, ears, nose, tongue, body, and mind Venue: Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine Contact: Ōyama Afuri Shrine Office 0463-95-2006 On July 13, ahead of the summer mountain opening, Ōyama Tourism Promotion Association carried out trail cleaning. Local residents and others swept away dead leaves with brooms and rakes, and sprayed pesticide to control leeches (yamahiru), preparing the trails to welcome those who will come for summer mountain climbing! The summer mountain season starts now. Enjoy your climb safely and with fun! *Image from the 2023 summer mountain opening Image of the 2024 leech-control pesticide spraying

Lavender carpet 🪻 It was beautiful 🥹 We took a walk around the park! Photo taken on 📷✨ 7/13

Summer tradition About 300 glass wind chimes were displayed in the concourse in front of the ticket gates at JR Kami‑Suwa Station. The wind chimes 🎐 are painted with fireworks 🎇, sunflowers 🌻 and morning glory flowers, and their cool, soothing tones delight visitors to Suwa and local residents. The wind chimes will remain on display through early August. Please do come to Suwa!

【Makuhari Beach Fireworks Festa 2024】 Launching 20,000 fireworks, one of the largest in Japan, Makuhari Beach Fireworks Festa 46th Chiba City fireworks festival Held in decided! The Chiba City Fireworks Festival is a popular summer tradition in Chiba City. One of the largest fireworks show in Japan will be held with music and traditional shakutama jade and the latest fireworks, along with marine fireworks that can only be seen in Makuhari in Chiba City. 1 The total number of fireworks is more than 20,000, one of the largest in Japan. 2 Approximately 3,000 Marine Fireworks will be launched, including the oversized aerial Niagara that fills the night sky from Makuhari Beach to the Ocean. 3 In addition to the Shakudama Jade that won the National Fireworks Competition Excellence Award, creative fireworks such as "Chiba-kun" and "Chihana-chan", and special effect fireworks with a pillar of fire flying in the shape of a fan will be launched. 4 In accordance with the wonderful message, we will launch the latest special art fireworks No. 10 Jade. 5 Provided by ZOZO! Approximately 10,000 fireworks very impressive Finale the Impression Grand with Marine Fireworks unique to this fireworks festival and golden brocade chrysanthemums. Please enjoy the special summer night "Makuhari Beach Fireworks Festa" where fireworks in full bloom color the seaside of Chiba. ・Held in Date & Time: Saturday, August 3, 2024 Reiwa 6 19:15~20:15 ・Venue: Makuhari Seaside Park Mihama 1, Mihama-ku, Chiba City, etc. ・Access: About a 15-minute walk from Kaihin Makuhari Station on the JR Keiyo Line ・Organizer: Chiba City Citizens' Fireworks Festival Executive Committee ・Inquiries: 050-5542-8600 9:00~20:00 / NTT Hello Dial Paid bleachers tickets are now on sale! For details of the Events, please search for "Makuhari Beach Fireworks Festa" and check the Official website.

Photographed 7/13/24. Cafe Andon Mr./Ms. café latte and fruit Shortcake. The sweetness is Restrooms available, and the acidity of kiwi and American cherries is Restrooms available, moist, and very tasty. 🥝🍒

Photographed 7/13/24. This is café andon chicken curry from Mr./Ms.. 🍛 It's so delicious that you want to eat it asexually.

Thereare is a small Pinpinkorori Koshin Shrine in Tomawagawa Park in Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture. Restrooms available shrine that matches modern times.

Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen Welcome Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen is a nature-rich hot spring retreat in Tsukigase, Nara City, located in the northeastern part of Nara Prefecture on the borders with Kyoto Prefecture and Mie Prefecture. In spring, the rows of plum trees create a beautiful landscape in Tsukigase, which was designated the nation’s first scenic spot in 1922. This simple mountain hot spring offers a relaxed time with an open-air panoramic bath, indoor baths, a sauna, and dining while you enjoy the seasonal scenery. The facility reopened on February 1, 2014, with a new open-air panoramic bath. Enjoy the tranquil natural setting and time at Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen. Opening Hours and Admission Fees ・Onsen 10:30–20:30 20:00 last admission ・Ume Kokoro (dining) 11:00–20:30 20:00 last order ・Fureai Market 9:00–17:00 ※Please purchase a bathing ticket from the ticket machine beside the reception when using the baths. If you have a discount coupon or voucher, present it with your bathing ticket at the reception. The discount amount will be refunded. Adults (junior high school and older) .. ¥700 Children (elementary school) .. ¥350 Children under elementary school age .. Free Senior (65 and over) .. ¥100 discount (ID required) Persons with disabilities (adult) .. ¥250 discount (ID required) Persons with disabilities (child) .. ¥100 discount (ID required) ※Discounts are refunded only to those who present proof at the reception. ※No discount without presentation of proof. ※Discounts cannot be processed after bathing. ※For details, please inquire here. Value Coupon Books Adults (12 tickets) .. ¥7,000 Children (12 tickets) .. ¥3,500 Bath towel .. ¥110 (for sale) Bath sheet .. ¥350 (for sale) ※Towels are sold items and may be taken home. Razor .. ¥150 Toothbrush .. ¥50 Hairbrush .. ¥100 Hair cap .. ¥50 Shampoo, rinse, and body soap provided (free) ・We strictly refuse bathing to persons with tattoos※ ※This applies to tattoos, body art, stickers, or paint, regardless of type. ・Please refrain from bringing food or drinks anywhere inside the facility. ・Persons under the influence of alcohol will be denied use. ・Please take responsibility for your personal belongings. ・Follow staff instructions when using the facility. ・We appreciate your cooperation so all guests can enjoy a pleasant visit. Footbath facility: We apologize but it is currently closed. Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen Gift Cards Available! Available for use at Tsukigase Onsen and the Fureai Market. Sold at ¥600 per card. Please use for gifts and special occasions. Measures to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 Thank you for always using Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen. We are implementing the following measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and ask for your understanding and cooperation. Enhanced cleaning with alcohol disinfectant throughout the facility We regularly disinfect and wipe shared areas used by many guests with alcohol disinfectant. Staff Measures ・For customer safety and hygiene, staff wear masks while on duty. ・Before opening, we monitor staff health and conduct checks. ・Staff wash hands and disinfect hands frequently during service. ・Cash handling is done using a tray. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Reiwa 6 Tsukigase Plum Valley Ume Festival Photo Contest Gold Prize Nobuko Nakamura "Tsukigase Wanpo" This will be the poster for next year’s Tsukigase Plum Valley Ume Festival! Thank you for many entries this year! We look forward to many visitors and many entries next year. All members of the Tsukigase Tourism Association await you!!

Isehara Daijingu 48th Great Summer Festival This year’s theme is “Shomon Raifuku” (Good Fortune Comes to a Laughing Gate) A festival meant to make everyone smile Why not make the best memory of this summer! Saturday, July 27, 2024 2:40 PM–8:00 PM Sunday, July 28, 2024 3:00 PM–8:00 PM Venue: Isehara Daijingu 3-8-1 Isehara, Isehara, Kanagawa A 10-minute walk from Isehara Station North Exit along Chuo Street Contact: Isehara Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Person in charge: Ito) Tel. 0463-95-3233 The Great Summer Festival, hosted by the Isehara Chamber of Commerce Youth Division Enjoy two days packed with food stalls and live performances!!

July 🌾 In Otofuke, the top wheat-producing town in Japan, golden wheat fields stretch as far as the eye can see.✨ This event lets you savor freshly harvested wheat and enjoy it with your eyes, touch, hearing, and sense of smell—immersing yourself in wheat. We will also hold the Otofuke Melody Line Wheat-sense Stamp Rally. Be sure to come and see it☺️ Date and time: Saturday, August 10, 2024, 10:00–15:00. The event goes on rain or shine. Venues: Roadside Station Otofuke, Miura Farm wheat fields, Roadside Station Garden Spa. - July is the peak wheat season in Tokachi.🌾 Otofuke is the leading wheat-producing town in all of Japan.✨ On Saturday, August 10, from 10:00 to 15:00, a large-scale event called the "Wheat-sense Festival" will be held at the three locations above! You can experience wheat through sight, hearing, touch, and scent! If you’re visiting the Tokachi area, don’t miss it☺️

Farmhouse guesthouse Kuramori It is a spacious farmhouse guesthouse for rent.

July 15 (Mon) Gion Shrine Summer Festival⛩️✨ On Monday, July 15, the Gion Shrine in the Kuraoka area held its summer annual festival, affectionately known as “Gion-san.”🎉 The day opened with the Morimaki ritual, followed by a ceremony, kagura performances, the sacred procession, and dance presentations—there was so much to enjoy.😊🎶 Although the weather brought rain at first, true to the spirit of “Gion-san,” a break in the clouds appeared by the time the sacred procession ended.☀️ Despite the rain, people from the neighborhood, across the prefecture and beyond, and even from overseas, came out early in the morning to enjoy the festival.🌍✨ It’s wonderful to see a community festival cherished by locals becoming known to and enjoyed by so many people.😌👏 We hope this tradition will continue to be passed on carefully into the future.

It is a kazaguruma in front of the Otorii Gate of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. This year, there are three colors: vermilion the color of the Otorii Gate, light blue the color of the sky and beige the color of the earth.

Zerubu Hill 🪻🌼🌳 In addition to lavender, colorful flowers are blooming and it is 😆 beautiful Roundabout walk! You can even ride a cart or buggy! Photo taken on 📷✨ 7/13

Win a travel ticket worth 50,000 yen! "Atsumare Superb View Hunter! Tateshina Photo Contest in Summer" Let's ♡ post "scenery with a lake" on Instagram with [#Superb view Tateshina Tateshina Town, Kitasaku-gun will Held in a photo contest this summer that anyone can easily participate in! To participate, simply ♪ add "#Superb View Tateshina" and post your favorite photo on Instagram The best works will receive a travel voucher worth up to 50,000 yen that can be used in Tateshina Town. Enjoy Lake Megami and Shirakaba Highlands while looking for your own spectacular view! Tateshina Photo Contest in Summer" Application Guidelines ■Application Period 2024/7/13Sat~2024/8/18Sun ■ Theme Theme: "Landscape with a Lake" the lakes are "Lake Megami" and "Lake Shirakaba" ■ How to apply During the period, please post "scenery with a lake" on Instagram with the hashtag [#Superb view. * Subjects of lakes are limited to "Lake Megami" and "Lake Shirakaba". * One person can post as many photos as they want. * If your Instagram Account is set to "Open to the public", your application will be invalidated. * Anyone can apply if the work has not been published in other contests. * The photos you post will be used for PR TV, Web, social media, etc. of this project. * Squid if a person is depicted in the work, we will be liable for infringement of portrait rights. Please be sure to obtain the consent of the person in question when applying. * Entries must be taken by the applicant himself/herself. ■ Screening From the photos posted from Instagram with the hashtag [#Superb View Tateshina, Tateshina Town, Shinshu Tateshina Tourist Association, and Nagano Broadcasting System will decide the winning works after consultation. Winners will be contacted via direct message. * The acquired personal Information will be Use only for the shipment of the prize and the accompanying communication, and will not be Use for any other purpose. * Thereare if you cannot contact us within 5 days after being notified of the winner, we may transfer the winning to another person. The winners will be announced on ARURA at a later date. ■ Prizes Tateshina Town We will present a "Tateshina Town Support Appreciation Ticket" that can be used for hotels, restaurants, cafes, Activities, Hot Spring facilities, Souvenirs, etc. 　Grand Prix = 50,000 yen minutes × 1 person 　Scenic Hunter Prize = 30,000 yen minutes × 2 winners 　Shinshu Fresh Tourist Association Prize = 10,000 yen × 5 winners 　ARURA Prize = 3,000 yen × 10 winners ■ Organizer: NBS Nagano Broadcasting ■ Inquiries Nagano Broadcasting ARURA Editorial Department 026-227-2059 Reception hours: Weekdays 10-17 o'clock We are ♪ waiting for your "scenery with a lake" Subject lakes this time are "Lake Megami" and "Lake Shirakaba". Lake Megami is also known as a power spot, and is a lake on a Highlands that reflects its graceful mountain on the surface of the water, just like the appearance of Mt. Mount Tateshina, which is called "Woman's Sacred Mountain". The early morning when it is covered in morning mist is mysterious, the day when it is bathed in the sun is refreshing, and the twilight time when the Sunset reflects the sunset is graceful, and the brilliance changes from moment to moment. The view of Mount Tateshina from the pier is also beautiful and eye-catching. Lake Shu is 1.8 kilometers long and easy to walk, making it a gathering place where you can spend as much time as you want. You can also enjoy boat rentals and canoes! As the name suggests, Lake Shirakaba is a lake surrounded by birch trees and has a circumference of about 4 km. Promenades are maintained around the lake, and you can enjoy walking, running, and cycling by bicycle. The Lakeside is surrounded by beautiful mountains such as Kurumayama and Mount Tateshina, and it is a spot where the wind is pleasant. Activities such as hotels, restaurants, boating, canoeing, fishing and amusement parks are also available on the shores of the lake! Not to mention the lake and the surrounding scenery. Photos of visiting the lake with friends and family, etc. We are waiting for your "landscape with a lake" photo! "Tateshina Town Support Appreciation Ticket" that can be used in various places such as hotels, restaurants, cafes, and hot springs The prize "Tateshina Town Support Appreciation Ticket" is a travel ticket that can be used freely at Tateshina Town's partner destinations. It is a nice ticket that can be Use at various places such as hotels, restaurants, cafes, sweets, souvenirs, Hot Spring facilities, etc.! Tateshina Photo Contest in Summer Ikenotaira Hotel's new Main Building 10F Corner Suite "Excel" Tateshina Photo Contest in Summer Tateshina beef can be enjoyed at "Tateshina beef Itto" left, and soft serve ice cream is popular at "Milk Senka Already" You can stay in a hotel or fill up. This ticket allows you to fully enjoy the charm of Tateshina Town. Please check the partner below. Click here for the "Tateshina Town Support Appreciation Ticket" website We look forward to receiving many applications! Atsumare Superb Scenery Hunter! Tateshina Photo Contest in Summer ■Application Period 2024/7/13Sat~2024/8/18Sun ■ Theme Theme: "Landscape with a Lake" the lakes are "Lake Megami" and "Lake Shirakaba" ■ How to apply During the period, please post "scenery with a lake" on Instagram with the hashtag [#Superb view. * Subjects of lakes are limited to "Lake Megami" and "Lake Shirakaba". * If your Instagram Account is set to "Open to the public", your application will be invalidated. * One person can post as many photos as they want. * Anyone can apply if the work has not been published in other contests. * The photos you post will be used for PR TV, Web, social media, etc. of this project. * Squid if a person is depicted in the work, we will be liable for infringement of portrait rights. Please be sure to obtain the consent of the person in question when applying. * Entries must be taken by the applicant himself/herself. ■ Screening From the photos posted from Instagram with the hashtag [#Superb View Tateshina, Tateshina Town, Shinshu Tateshina Tourist Association, and Nagano Broadcasting System will decide the winning works after consultation. Winners will be contacted via direct message. * The acquired personal Information will be Use only for the shipment of the prize and the accompanying communication, and will not be Use for any other purpose. * Thereare if you cannot contact us within 5 days after being notified of the winner, we may transfer the winning to another person. The winners will be announced on ARURA at a later date. ■ Prizes Tateshina Town We will present a "Tateshina Town Support Appreciation Ticket" that can be used for hotels, restaurants, cafes, Activities, Hot Spring facilities, Souvenirs, etc. 　Grand Prix = 50,000 yen minutes × 1 person 　Scenic Hunter Prize = 30,000 yen minutes × 2 winners 　Shinshu Fresh Tourist Association Prize = 10,000 yen × 5 winners 　ARURA Prize = 3,000 yen minutes× 10 winners ■ Organizer: NBS Nagano Broadcasting ■ Inquiries Nagano Broadcasting ARURA Editorial Department 026-227-2059 Reception hours: Weekdays 10-17 o'clock

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! It is Suwa County Haramura Nagano Prefecture. The Suwa County Haramura of Nagano Prefecture is an area surrounded by beautiful Nature that spreads across the foothills of Yatsugatake, which won the first place in the "City Happiness Ranking 2023 Municipality Ranking". The inhabitants, with a population of about 8,000, live in harmony with the Nature of Highlands between 900 and 1,300 meters Elevation. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will send out recommended Sightseeing spot and Latest Information in Nagano Prefecture Suwa County Haramura! Please enjoy! In this first post, I will briefly introduce some of the recommended Sightseeing spots in Haramura. ◆Recommended Sightseeing spots in Haramura, Nagano Prefecture◆ ◇Yatsugatake Nature Cultural Garden It is a leisure facility with the theme of "contact with the nature of Yatsugatake", and Activities such as "Putting Golf", "Mallet Golf", "Dog Run", "Kick Bike" and "Athletic" can be played by children and Adults in the park. In addition, stargazing events such as the "Starry Sky Viewing Party" There are from April to December at the Spot starry sky one of the best in Japan. Nature Observation Science Museum, where the park's planetarium is located, also hosts seasonal events. The adjacent Lake Maruyachi is one of the scenic spots of Yatsugatake. ◇Yatsugatake Central College of Agricultural Practice You can overlook the peaks of Yatsugatake, and you can see cows and goats spending their time leisurely. The Direct sales, which reopened in April 2024, is lined with Agricultural Products such as Highland vegetables grown at the university, colorful Flowers, and Local Specialty Products. The "Hands-on Workshop," which can be enjoyed by everyone from children to Adult, is a Mr./Ms. full of excitement and excitement that cannot be experienced on a daily basis, such as Dairy Farming experiences, poultry farming experiences, field making, tree climbing forestry experiences, tree planting experiences, and vegetable jam making. ◆Events and festivals in Haramura◆ ◇Yatsugatake Craft City Held in twice a year every year, in summer and autumn. Stalls from all over the country selling handmade ceramics, metals, fabrics, woodwork, glass, leather, art, food, and other works by Mr./Ms. artists. ◆Specialties of Haramura◆ The farmland at around 1,000 meters Elevation has a lot of sunlight and the temperature difference between day and night, so it is Specialty Products to Highland vegetables that has received a lot of the blessings of the sun. Fresh vegetables are Cultivation in Haramura: celery, broccoli, cabbage, zucchini, Parsley and corn. Among them, the summer production of celery called celery by local is the highest in Japan. Cultivation of flowers is also thriving, and the flowers cultivated in Haramura, such as carnations and anemones, are reputed to be colorful and long-lasting. ◆Haramura Enjoy sightseeing◆ In Haramura, surrounded by nature at the foothills of Yatsugatake, you can enjoy the beauty of various nature throughout the four seasons. You can feel various charms throughout the year, such as fresh greenery that sprouts in Spring, starry sky Appreciation while feeling the cool breeze in summer, colorful Autumn leaves in autumn, and snowy scenery wrapped in tranquility in winter. We will continue to send out Haramura Recommendations that we could not introduce this time, so please follow us.

[Toast with cold beer in the hot summer!] 】 The beer garden in the forest is Held in for 5 years yellowtail! Last year, the beer garden was canceled at short notice due to bad weather. Held in indoors this year, even in case of rain. Friday, August 2, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. We are waiting for you in the parking lot of Hotel Mori Yume! #Nishiokoppe Village #Chamber of Commerce and Industry #Youth Department #Beer Garden #Beer #Summer #Night

Photographed 7/13/24. It is a red thread wind chime of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. When I visited Prayer on July 1, it was hung in a different place.

Introducing the fish of Echizen Matsushima Aquarium! 🐟 The opening of the sea was completed the other day, and the full-fledged summer season has begun! This time, we will introduce 🪼 the fish of the "Echizen Matsushima Aquarium" facing the Sea of Japan of Echizen Kaga Coast National Park 🐠 "Hana Squid" caught in the sea of Fukui Hana Squid brought by a fisherman Mr./Ms. in Fukui. Although it looks like this, it is a fish classified as Squid and swims fluffily 🦑 It usually has a plain color, but it seems that this name was given because it changes to a gorgeous body color. It seems that they are often hidden in the shadows, so please take your time to look for them! 🐠 Currently the longest-lived in Japan! Very large "sunfish" It's the first information to be opened to the public... The sunfish 7 years old in the tank just after the turnstile is currently the longest-lived in Japan! The body is also very big! Since it is a delicate fish, it is very rare for it to live for such a long time. Please come and see them 🥹 🐠 Period is the only time you can see it! "Spawning of water octopus" These white objects are all eggs, and the mother Mr./Ms. octopus protect the eggs by spraying garbage and water with their arms! The Echizen Matsushima Aquarium is focusing on breeding water octopus, and the "Mizudako Museum" just opened 🐙 in March this year We are taking on the challenge of "breeding water octopus from spawning date and hatching to adulthood", which is said to be unprecedented, and we are currently conducting research on the composition of food. Mr./Ms., please watch over your baby so that he can grow up splendidly! 🐠 Extremely rare! "Hanadensha" characterized by red spots A very rare type of large nudibranch ✨ It is said that the name "Flower Train" was given because of its vivid appearance. In this photo, the two dogs are attached to each ☺️ other It's on display next to Hana Squid, so be sure to check it out as well! ࿐·˖✶࿐·˖✶࿐·˖✶࿐·˖✶࿐·˖✶࿐·˖✶࿐·˖✶」 【Echizen Matsushima Aquarium】 @echiaqua Instagram 〒913-0065 74-2-3 Sakai City Mikuni Town zaki, Fukui TEL：0776-81-2700 FAX：0776-82-2296 In the middle 💘 of the charm of Fukui Prefecture Click here for ▶ past post@dmo.sakai Instagram

July 27 Sat Suijinbashi Noryo Fireworks Display A fireworks festival held with the Suijin Bridge over the Tenryu River as a pedestrian paradise. Why don't you experience the fireworks that go off up close while blowing in the river breeze? Date: Saturday, July 27 Time: 19:30~21:30 Place: Tenryu River Suijin Bridge Temporary parking lot: Iida General Sports Ground, Shimokuken Elementary School, Shimotoriwa Community Center Shimotoriwa Community Fire Center * Suishin Bridge will be a pedestrian paradise from 18 o'clock Contact: Machinaka Information Center Phone: 0265-22-4851

Held again this year! Sunday, August 11 (National Holiday) “Noh Village Ikeda Hazuki Takigoi” Enjoy a rich program that brings together local folk performing arts and Noh and Kyogen performed by a Living National Treasure✨ See them all at once for a memorable experience 😊 Please visit Ikeda Town this summer! Program - Dengaku from Suikai’s dance repertoire Dengaku “Karasu Tobi” and Noh dance “Kureha” - Iwami Kagura from Kado Kagura Troupe “Jinrin” and “Orochi” - O-kura School Kyogen “Kaminari (Thunder)” Performers: Shigeyama Shichigosume, Shigeyama Munenobu, and others - Kongo School Noh “Tamura Nagashogi” Performers: Kongo Eikin, Kongo Ryukin, and others Advance ticket outlets - Pia Tickets web [P code: 527-559] - Ikeda Town (Kotte Kote Ikeda, etc.) - Fukui City (Pario, Bell) - Sakai City (Al Plaza Ami, Heartpia Harue) - Ono City (Vio) - Sabae City (Al Plaza Sabae) - Echizen City (Takefu Rakuichi, Shipi, Imadate Art Museum)

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! Ikeda Rural Tourism Corporation. Ikeda Town, Fukui Prefecture is a Town rich in nature located in the center of Fukui Prefecture, facing the Gifu Prefecture south of the Town. With a population of about 2,200 as of 2024, about 92% of the area of the Towns is occupied by forests. We will send out such Ikeda Town, Fukui Prefecture recommended Tourist Information, so thank you ◆ What is Ikeda Town, Fukui Prefecture? ◆ Ikeda Town, Fukui Prefecture is a scenic region surrounded by beautiful mountains and pristine rivers. It is Restrooms available in Fukui Prefecture and one of the most Heavy snowfall area. National Highway 417 "Kanmuri Pass Road", commonly known as "Crown Road", which shortens the travel distance between Ikeda Town, Fukui Prefecture and Gifu Prefecture Ibigawa by one hour, opened in November 2023. Access from Gifu Prefecture and Aichi Prefecture has become very convenient, and the exchange of people people visiting from outside the region has increased. Restrooms available also have a history of inheriting the culture of Japan's traditional performing arts "Noh play" from ancient times. ◆ Introduction of Ikeda Town, Fukui Prefecture Sightseeing spot ◆ ◇Tree Picnic Adventure Ikeda Tree Picnic Adventure Ikeda is one of the largest outdoor adventure parks in Japan, Representing Ikeda Town. You can enjoy Athletic activities such as Tree Trekking and Zipline in the mountain forests of the Shizuhara Area of Ikeda Town. The Mega Zipline is 510 Meters long and 60 Meters high, making it one of the tallest in Japan. ◇Michi no Oasis Four Season Terrace It is a tourist exchange facilities that just opened in April 2024. Processing foods made from agricultural products in Ikeda Town and specialty products made by woodworkers are lined up. Meals made with Agricultural products from Ikeda Town are also available. It can also be Use as a Tourist Information provision or as a resting place, making it a great stop during your journey. ◇Kazura Bridge It is a bridge over the Asuwa river valley made by weaving a plant called hardy kiwi with a total length of 44 meters and a height of 12 meters. Restrooms available that if you pledge your love on this bridge, you will be happy forever. ◇Ryusouga Falls It is the only waterfall in Fukui Prefecture designated as one of the "100 best waterfalls in One of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan". The Scene where the 60-Meters-high waterfall falls excitingly stream is a sight to behold, and many tourists Visit it. The stairs are Well maintained, so you can go down to the front of the waterfall. ◇Mount Kanmuri It is a mountain on the border between Ikeda Town, Fukui Prefecture and Gifu Prefecture, and was selected as one of the "Nature 100 Japan to be preserved in the 21st century". The Elevation is 1,256 Meters, but you can drive to around 1,000 Meters, and it takes about 2 hours to reach the summit from there, so even beginners can easily climb it. ◇Suwa Azuki Shrine The Main hall of the shrine is specified as National Important Cultural Property. At the back of the stairs of the mountain road Precincts the shrine, the "Inari Large cedar" rises one of the most Large cedar Hokuriku region, which is said to be 1,000 years old. ◇Keiryu Onsen Kakasou It is a spring quality that is soft on the skin and is said to be a spring water that promotes beautiful skin at a Onsen Ryokan inn in the center of the Shizuhara Plateau. You can enjoy not only staying at an inn but also a One Day Hot Spring. ◆ Ikeda Town, Fukui Prefecture Specialty Products ◆ ◇Rice Ikeda Town has a large temperature difference in one day, and we are promoting Nature-friendly agriculture by reducing the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers as much as possible. Ikeda Town is a Town with a reputation for delicious Rice in Rice production area and Fukui Prefecture. ◇ Grated daikon soba Soba noodles made with with Ikeda water is a specialties of Ikeda Town. Grated daikon soba made with spicy grated Grated radish and Salt Dashi has been loved by the Town residents for a long time, and can be tasted at "Soba Township Ikedaya", "Water Wheel" and "Ippuku" in the town. ◆ Introduction of Ikeda Town, Fukui Prefecture festival and Events ◇ Ikeda Food Cultural Festival It is a popular Events that is celebrating its 16th anniversary in 2023 and is Held in every year in early November. Approximately 60 stores will Stalls in various parts of the Ikeda Town, offering gourmet foods such as Soba buckwheat noodles, new Rice, sweetfish, vegetables, wild vegetables, and Ghibier, as well as woodworking experiences. Other events such as the "Bale-carrying Challenge" will be held. ◇Ikeda Grand Festival It is a festival held at Suwa Azuki Shrine and is held in for three days from June 9 to June 11 every year. Portable shrines Parade around the town, and "Children's Sumo" is also held in in which children of elementary school age and younger participate. ◇Traditional Japanese straw raincoat Dengaku no Umami It is a traditional event held every year on February 15 for about 800 years, and Japan's traditional "Noh" and "Dengaku" dances are Dedication at Kanjinja Shrine. ◆ Introducing Ikeda Town, Fukui Prefecture Sightseeing spot ◆ Ikeda Town, Fukui Prefecture is a fascinating Sightseeing spot with rich Nature and history. Enjoy a wonderful trip in Ikeda Town. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will send out Recommendations for Ikeda Town, Fukui Prefecture, Ikeda Town, so thank you!

Recently, the temperature has been high and it is starting to 🌞 feel summer The operation of the fountain in Yamabiko Square has begun! Everyone from children to Adult can enjoy it! 〇Operating period time 9:30~17:00 　Every day in July and August 　Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only in September Other details please check the towns website.

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